If performed by a well qualified, experienced surgeon, a little augmentation of your chin could help you achieve a more attractive balance in your facial features and give your jaw a more defined appearance.

You can travel to Thailand for cosmetic surgeries, take advantage of the excellent healthcare facilities at affordable prices and return home after a nice tropical medical vacation.

How is chin enhancement performed?

The surgery is performed under general anesthesia or IV sedation with local anesthesia. Chin augmentation may be performed by one of the following two methods:

Chin implants – This is the most common method of performing chin enhancement. The surgeon will make an incision in the natural crease under the chin or inside your mouth. Then by stretching the tissue, he will create a pocket and place the selected implant.

Adjust the chin bone – The surgeon makes the incision in the mouth to access the chin bone and will reposition or sculpt the bone to give you the desired appearance.

Cost of chin enhancement in Thailand

Chin enhancement in Thailand cost starts from $900, and varies with the kind of surgery being performed, the implant type, the hospital chosen, and the doctor consulted.

Surgery duration

The entire process is completed in 1-2 hours, unless you have opted for bone sculpting, which may take longer.

Recovery

Days in hospital – You may leave the same day; overnight stay in the hospital is not required

Stay in Thailand after chin enhancement – 1 week

Complete recovery – It can take 2-6 weeks for the bruising and swelling to settle and a couple of months for complete recovery.

What are the risks?

Chin replacement is a quick way of changing your facial structure and it isn’t a very risky procedure. However, the surgery is not recommended for patients with poor health, patients taking anticoagulants, or those with cardiac problems.

The potential risks associated with this procedure are infection, excessive bleeding, development of rashes, serious reaction to anesthesia, nerve damage and dissatisfaction with results.

Aftercare

Dressing placed on the surgical wound will be removed in 2-3 days

Use ice packs or a damp cloth on the first day after surgery, and apply around the treated areas to suppress swelling.

It is advisable to take liquids on the first day after the procedure and continue with soft foods thereafter

Take the prescribed pain medication and follow the doctor’s instructions to manage swelling, bruising, and soreness during this period

Take care of the incision on the chin by cleaning with hydrogen peroxide and applying a thin layer of the provided ointment

To plan your chin augmentation surgery in Thailand, request your treatment plan and quote from one of the hospitals listed here. Or you can get in touch with the UniMed care team to know about your options first.